Assistant Engineer - Planning & Operations (Levels I-III)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Long Island Rail Road is seeking an Assistant Engineer - Planning & Operations Level I-III to support planning, weather analyses, and capital program coordination for safe, reliable rail service from Bethpage.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with regulators, vendors, and auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, business, computer science, or related field.
• Experience in planning, maintenance, design, or related engineering disciplines is preferred.
• Ability to work with regulators, vendors, and auditors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating capital and maintenance construction activities and department controls.
• Monitor, analyze and report daily operational issues including weather events.
• Coordinate Engineering activities with regulators, vendors, consultants, and auditors.
• Develop and monitor 20-year needs assessments and capital program strategy.
• Support budget and headcount planning for the Engineering department.
• Promote a professional environment and safe working conditions.
• Lead by example in safety and performance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Windows OS

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Integrity

Technical writing

Engineering knowledge

Interviewing ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Long Island Rail Road is seeking an Assistant Engineer - Planning & Operations Level I-III to support planning, weather analyses, and capital program coordination for safe, reliable rail service from Bethpage.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with regulators, vendors, and auditors.